Planning the 2nd Annual Moab Jeep-CJ Trail Ride

[Posi]

Nice!


FYI, Bass and OJL will be our Tail Gunners for this trip. They will confirm the group has past obstacles, alert group of rear approaching traffic, and assist the trail leader. They have pretty much been our Tail Gunners on most of our trail runs and do a very good job of it.

 

[Bill D]

Thanks to Posi for the schedule. Carol especially thanks him. She tries to have nice dinners prepared for hungry mechanics at the end of the day and just knowing when this will be uncomplicates her life immensely. Last year she planned dinner for 6:00 and we showed up to eat at 10:00. The baked potatoes sorta resembled buffalo chips and she was very embarrassed.

 

[Posi]

Thanks to Posi for the schedule. Carol especially thanks him. She tries to have nice dinners prepared for hungry mechanics at the end of the day and just knowing when this will be uncomplicates her life immensely. Last year she planned dinner for 6:00 and we showed up to eat at 10:00. The baked potatoes sorta resembled buffalo chips and she was very embarrassed.

Thank you Bill and Carol for all you do for us, it is much appreciated by all. I was especially thinking of Carol when I setup the workshop assignments and work schedule.

 

[oldjeeplady]

Thank you Bill and Carol for all you do for us, it is much appreciated by all. I was especially thinking of Carol when I setup the workshop assignments and work schedule.

We agree!!! Looking forward to seeing everyone!!!

 

[mriplaybass]

Thank you so much to both you and Carol for feeding us! And by the way, Carol's cooking after sitting for 4 hours is better than any of my cooking any day!

 

[Posi]

There was an accident on Golden Spike a couple days ago. I'm not going to get into details but it appears to have been driver error. A lady bystander was hit and hurt badly, the driver seems to be fine. Very sad to hear this.



We will be talking trail safety at our driver's meeting as usual.

 

[mriplaybass]

Geezzz! I don't know if Big Foot could make it across at that location. Definitely driver error.

 

[BusaDave9]

He wasn't trying to cross the gap there.
Early reports say he was high centered, gave it some gas and when he broke free hit a bystander.

Also, the woman who was injured posted the following on Facebook:

I want to thank everyone that helped on Sunday. You all are my heroes and without you, I wouldn't be here. I don't remember much after the jeep came off the rock and turned towards us. So very thankful noone else was hurt. 2 surgeries down, not sure how many more but I'm blessed to still be here... I was flown to St Mary's in Grand Junction. Thanks to Dr Gumman for piecing me together Sunday night...you were so comforting when I needed it the most.

https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/fo...serious-accident-at-easter-jeep-safari.27764/

 

[Posi]

The only one that knows the full details is the driver, and I'm sure he has been advised not to speak publicly for obvious reasons.

"Quoting from the FB group i am in where there was a guy who was behind him on the trail. This picture shows the perspective from a wider POV."

"red line is right after where he floored it. Blue is where she was hit" - anotheraznguy

 

[Posi]

On another note, we have 3 more Jeeps with a total of 6 people that want to join us in Moab. Actually their already in the desert and will meet up with us. All three rigs are flat fenders and their Jeeps come heavily outfitted.

Moab flat fender rentals

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[Posi]

Updated

Date: April 29- May 3

Itinerary:

Sunday night: meet and greet at Moab Brewery Moab Brewery: Moab's largest restaurant and only microbrewery

Monday: Seven mile Rim (R-4) Length: 50 total, 21 off highway 4-5 hrs

Meet at McDonald's located at Main St and Kane Creek Blvd (you have to enter McD's from Kane CR Rd). FRS 7, or CB-5

8:45 Driver's meeting
9:00 Leave for the trial
After the trail ride. Drink and food at Eddie McStiff's
King of The Moab Restaurants | Eddie McStiff's

Tuesday: Hell's Revenge (R-6-8) Length: 16 total, 12 off highway 3-5 hrs
Fins and Things (R-4) Length: 25 total, 13 off highway 2-4 hrs

Meet at Gravel Pit Lanes (Bowling) 1078 S Mill Creek Dr, near Murphy Ln. FRS 7, or CB-5

8:45 Driver's meeting
9:00 Leave for the trial
After the trail ride food and drink, open

Wednesday: Steel Bender (R-6), Length: 30 total, 15 off highway Time 4-6 hrs

From Downtown Moab drive south on Hwy 191 for about 3 miles. Turn left on Spanish Trail Rd. We will meet at the gas station on your right after you turn onto Spanish Trail Rd. FRS 7, or CB-5.

8:45 Driver's meeting
9:00 Leave for the trial
After the trail ride food and drink, open

Thursday: Flat Iron Mesa (R-6) Length: 55 total, 17 off highway 5-7 hrs

From McDonald's drive south 17.5 miles on HW 191 trail head is located .05 miles past mile marker 108. FRS 7, or CB-5
8:45 Driver's meeting
9:00 Leave for the trial
After the trail ride food and drink, open

Friday: Open/TBA -
Options,
Top of The World R6, Length: 64 miles of pavement-25 offhighway 3-5 hrs
Goldbar Rim R6, Length: 47 total, 25 off highway 2-3 hrs
Strike Ravine R6, Length: 32 total, 11 off highway 3-5 hrs
Poison Spider R6, Length: 37 total, 16 off highway 3-5 hrs
Hell's Revenge / Fins & Things (Stats listed above)

Notes:
Sand Flats Recreation Area: there will be a $5 fee to enter the park.
Most of the trails will have an elevation of 5000 ft, except Top of the World at 7000 ft
Hell's Revenge and other trails have go arounds to avoid obstacles if need be.
Nothing is carved in stone we can make adjustments to the trails as we go.


Other Important Info
We observe Tread Lightly! guidelines, no exceptions. This means; respect for the environment and setting an example of responsible enjoyment of the outdoors. Pack out all trash you bring in. Tires WILL be aired down to limit wheel spin. Mud & water will be navigated no faster than needed. Our group will travel in a way that will minimize damage to the road and erosion. If you're not sure what is appropriate, just ask a leader or gunner for advice on airing down and Tread Lightly in general.

 

[BusaDave9]

For those of us arriving early, the 27th Annual Moab Car Show is going on now through Sunday.
April Action Moab Rotary Car Show - April Action Moab Car Show
Ben and I will probably arrive by noon Sunday.

 

[oldjeeplady]

Pictures from today at BillD's shop.
Posi's jeep waiting on a part.

Bill and Bass working on a transmission swap.

 

[oldjeeplady]

BillD's CJ5 working well after the transmission swap.

Bass, Bill and Bluerocket working on the Sniper fuel regulator.

 

[oldjeeplady]

Taking turns riding in BillD's 1949 CJ3a.

Hanging out in the shop. Serious discussion takes place here!

 

[BusaDave9]

BillD's CJ5 working well after the transmission swap.

What transmission do you have now Bill?
When are you guys arriving in Moab?

 

[BusaDave9]

Who'll be in Moab? Is this list still accurate?

Updated list.

1 Posi & Rad
2 Bill D & Carol
3 Bass & oldjeeplady
4 Shooby
5 BusaDave9 & Ben
6 007
7 Bluerocket
8 coldair & family
9 Jenny & Mike
10 Gary & Sharron
11 Blackey

 

[coldair]

Who'll be in Moab? Is this list still accurate?

I’m going to be there.

 

[MJM0415]

Jen and I will be arriving sometime later this evening

 

[Lumpy Grits]

Pictures from today at BillD's shop.
Posi's jeep waiting on a part.

Bill and Bass working on a transmission swap.

I think that garage is bigger than my house. :laugh:
LG